Rafael Leão Denounces False Rumors About Milan Future

Rafael Leão has voiced his frustration with "speculation and stories that aren't true" concerning his future at AC Milan, asserting that "nobody other than my family and lawyers are authorized to speak for me."

The Portuguese international had previously indicated several times at the end of the last season that he felt his tenure at Milan had reached a natural conclusion and was seeking a new challenge away from Serie A. However, offers from the Premier League and La Liga did not materialize. The only proposals received were from the Turkish Super Lig, from clubs like Galatasaray, Fenerbahce, and Besiktas. With the €50 million plus €10 million bonus asking price not being met, Leão appears to be remaining at Milan for the time being.

Leão Addresses Media Speculation

He expressed his discontent via an Instagram Story, accompanying a photo of himself training with the Rossoneri. Leão stated, "My only thought is on the field: I am concentrated on giving my best, every single game and every single training session. Just to avoid any form of speculation and stories that aren’t true, I repeat that for some time I’ve assigned all my interests exclusively to my family and my lawyers. Nobody else is authorized to speak for me. My mind is on the next objectives."

It remains uncertain how this situation will unfold, given that Milan reportedly has no intention of extending Leão’s contract beyond June 2028. There is still time to find a suitable buyer this summer, but the Rossoneri are unlikely to accept a loan deal with an option or obligation to buy.

English Translation

Rafael Leão expressed his frustration with "speculation and stories that aren't true" about his Milan future, insisting "nobody other than my family and lawyers are authorized to speak for me."

The Portugal international had stated several times at the end of last season that he felt his time at Milan had come to a natural conclusion, so he was looking for a fresh challenge away from Serie A. However, offers from the Premier League and La Liga simply did not materialize, so the only proposals came from the Turkish Super Lig via Galatasaray, Fenerbahce, and Besiktas. Unable to meet the €50 million plus €10 million bonus asking price, Leão appears to be stuck at Milan.

Leão Lashes Out at Media

He vented his frustration today with an Instagram Story, showing text alongside a photograph of him training with the Rossoneri. "My only thought is on the field: I am concentrated on giving my best, every single game and every single training session. Just to avoid any form of speculation and stories that aren’t true, I repeat that for some time I’ve assigned all my interests exclusively to my family and my lawyers. Nobody else is authorized to speak for me. My mind is on the next objectives."

It remains to be seen how this situation will be resolved, considering Milan appears to have no intention of extending Leão’s contract beyond June 2028. There is still time to find a suitable buyer this summer, but the Rossoneri won’t accept a loan with an option or obligation to make it permanent.